Customer Reviews

Accutire MS-4020GB  Standard Digital Tire Gauge

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If you're like me and fumble helplessly with the traditional mechanical tire gauges while letting out more air than you put in, this the gauge for you! Simply press, remove, and read. It couldn't be easier, and it always works on the first try. In addition to its accuracy (within 0.5 psi) the LCD which stores the last reading is large and clear. The casing is plastic and protected by a rubber coating. The manufacturer will replace the battery should it run out.

This product was purchased in the Fall of 2002...

Of the ten or so units on the display rack, two of the units' LCD readout turned on by itself when I squeezed the handle. The reading was 00.0. The units may have been dropped by other customers. Who knows.

Having checked all of the open box units (the newer shipments were sealed in plastic blister packages), I bought the one without the abnormal symptons. For comparison, I also bought a store brand Mastercraft Canadian Tire LCD digital unit for the same non-discounted price. Thank goodness for their generous refund policy at this store.

Tests were conducted on one cold tire. After 3 readings, the Accutire consistently read 30 psig (which was the recommended tire pressure for my car). The Canadian Tire unit consistently read 30.5 psig. The cheapest spring loaded stick-type tire gage consistently read 32 psig.

I can safely declare that either one of the Accutire and Canadian Tire gages are correct within 0.5 psig as specified. The stick-type gage is way off.

Pros;

1) Accurate to within 0.5 psig which is acceptable for safe and economical driving.
2) [cost less]
3) 5 year warranty.
4) Aside from the occasional cleaning of the tip, and as long as you don't drop it; it's maintenance free.
5) Low temperature tolerable lithium battery.
6) For my hands, the unit has an ergonomically comfortable rubber-coated grip.
7) Air tight seal on all valves tested everytime.

Cons;

1) A bit chunky in size for compact storage inside the car.
2) It's an electronic equipment, so be delicate with it.
3) Not designed to be water resistant.

The unit has sat inside the car through one 2002 frosty southern Ontario winter, and several hot and humid 2003 summer days. No problems so far.

A valuable and value priced tool.

This is by far the best tire gauge I've ever used at any price (and by that I mean from a $2 K-Mart special to a $60 precision mechanical gauge). It's accurate, easy to use, and easy to read. I liked it so much I immediately bought a second one so I could have one in both cars. You won't regret this purchase. For what it's worth, Radio Shack sells this same gague under their own brand label, and they sometimes put them on sale for $...

I have had one for about maybe 2 months and it is already broken. The LCD screen is displaying some garbage such as --.00 anything when I go use it on my tires. I haven't been rough with it, I havent dropped it, run over it with my car, etc. I leave it in my glove compartment and one day it decided not to work.

I was trying to find the website or a phone number for the company to see if I could get a replacement, but to no avail. I would not recommend this product.

Before buying the Accutire MS-4020GB Digital Tire Gauge, I was using the typical manual gauge which wasn't giving me a precise measurement of the pressure in my tires. Now, with this gauge I can have a better lecture when I put air into my car tires. This is helpful since most of the times you need to have the recommended pressure on your tires according to the car or tire's manual. It has a nice hand grip, very easy to use and it measures pressure is in 0.5 psi incremental. I do recommend it for those out there who are looking for a more precise measurement, instead of using a manual gauge. I did in fact reviewed other digital gauges out there in the market, but I went for this one due to its low price and the manufacturer specifically makes measuring systems which gives you more confidence regarding support and other technical issues.

This is not a very good version of the accutire product...to large and clunky, and the guage faces away from you as you place it on the tire. I don't recommend it.

This is a good, easy to use digital tire gauge. I think a better value is the Accutire MS4020-GB, which does just as good of a job for the non-commercial driver at a better value.

This is a good quality product, and I would recommend it for someone who needs to measure tire-pressure that is no higher than 99psi. If you need to measure tire pressure between 99 and 150 psi, look to the MS4020-GB.

I thought this was a nice item when I purchased it two years ago. I always carry tire gauges and liked this one -- easier to read than the traditional ones for these old eyes. However, I just went out to check my tires and the gauge doesn't work. Aha, it must need a new battery. WHAT! One can't replace the battery? Dang! This thing has a "lifetime" warranty; unfortunately, it's warranted for as long as the battery lasts. Don't waste your money -- the traditional style never needs a battery. It's like the Energizer Bunny and keeps working and working.

This is a good, easy to use digital tire gauge. I think this is a better value is the Accutire MS4000-GB. However, if you want a backlit display, spend the extra money and buy the 4000-GB.

I would recommend this gauge for someone who needs to measure tire-pressure up to 150psi. If you only need to measure tire pressure below 99psi, and you want a backlit display, look at the MS4000-GB.

My definition of Lifetime Batteries is different than Accutire's. Not being able to replace the batteries in this simple gauge is a joke.